In the Washington, D.C. region, nearly half a million women and girls are living in or near poverty. We all have a stake in building the economic security of our region’s women and girls. The Women’s Foundation works to mobilize our community and provide solutions to eliminate the persistent barriers that disproportionately hinder women and girls from achieving economic security.
The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region
In today’s rundown: D.C. increases distribution efforts for the female condom. The number of local children living in poverty is well above the national
The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region
In today’s rundown: The Women’s Foundation’s president talks about the issues women-headed families face. And President Obama calls for the passage of the Paycheck
The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region
In today’s rundown: Why poverty and education should go hand-in-hand this election season. And President Obama again calls on the Senate to extend unemployment